2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 396 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Tahoe | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
